ABEOKUTA — It was a moment of immense pride, professional acclaim and celebration as broadcast journalist Remilekun Elegbede emerged as the Outstanding Newscaster of the Year – Yoruba (Radio) at the 50th Anniversary Celebration and Press Week 2026 of the Ogun State Council of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ).
The prestigious accolade was announced amid enthusiastic applause during the Golden Jubilee and Awards celebration held at the Telemedicine Hall of the Federal Medical Centre (FMC), Abeokuta, on Saturday, October 30, 2026.
Elegbede, a broadcast journalist and staff member of Sweet 107.1 FM, Abeokuta, cemented her position as a distinguished voice in indigenous broadcasting by winning the award for the second time, following her first recognition in 2024.
She is also a member of the Premium Radio Chapel, Ogun NUJ, where she identifies with fellow media professionals in the pursuit of excellence, professionalism and service to the journalism profession.
Elegbede, who accepted the honour with gratitude and joy, described the recognition as a complete surprise, revealing that she had attended the event simply to unwind and celebrate the milestone anniversary with fellow media professionals.
“I had no idea that something remarkable awaited me until my name was announced,” Elegbede said. “I came simply to relax and celebrate with colleagues, but God made it happen again. In 2024, I received this recognition for the first time, and two years later, in 2026, God did it again.”
Expressing her profound appreciation to the leadership of the Ogun State NUJ, Elegbede commended the State Executive Council, led by Comrade Wale Olanrewaju, for introducing and sustaining award categories that recognise excellence, promote professionalism and reward dedication within the journalism profession.
Reflecting on her career journey, Elegbede emphasised that the award represents far more than a personal trophy, describing it as a call to continuous growth and greater service.
“This award means so much to me. It represents hard work, consistency, sacrifices, growth and, above all, God’s grace,” she noted. “I see this recognition not as a destination, but as a call to greater responsibility, renewed commitment and unwavering dedication to the craft.”
Elegbede also expressed deep gratitude to her mentors for their unwavering guidance and belief in her abilities, as well as to her colleagues, friends, family and audience whose consistent support has contributed to her broadcasting journey.
Coming at a historic moment in the Ogun NUJ’s Golden Jubilee celebration, Elegbede’s double victory stands as a testament to perseverance, consistency and professionalism in indigenous broadcasting, while serving as an inspiration to emerging media practitioners across Ogun State and beyond.
